Sherpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sherpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Bhagbanpur Reni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 113836. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.49 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 507 people, including 272 males and 235 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.06%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 272 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 198 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 74 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasan Alipur Chauhar | South-West | 0.46 km |
| Sherpur Raini | North-East | 0.61 km |
| Fatehullapur Khas An. Chak | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Jagatpur Dash | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Begpur Girdhar | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Talabpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Kuri Khaddar | West | 1.55 km |
| Nichalpur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Kashi Shahpur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Milak Jahagirabad | West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Sherpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Bhagbanpur Reni.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 246733.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 507, including 272 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 71.06%. Male literacy was 86.46% and female literacy was 53.06%.